Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate peanut butter experience! These decadent cookies, inspired by a classic Redbook recipe, are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Rich chocolate cookies studded with creamy peanut butter cups deliver a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing your friends and family, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to devour.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 253.4 kcal
Protein 9g
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies 40

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Ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

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How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped peanut butter cups.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

33g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies?

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies?

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies has approximately 253.4 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Butter, Smooth Peanut Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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